BELVEDERE CENTER, GENESIS HEALTHCARE, THE

Belvedere Center, Genesis Healthcare is a skilled nursing facility located at 2507 Chestnut Street in Chester, Pennsylvania, within Delaware County. The facility operates 150 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve a broad range of residents requiring short-term rehabilitative care or long-term residential placement. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. The CMS Five-Star Quality Rating System evaluates nursing homes across three primary domains. Belvedere Center received a 3-star rating in health inspections, reflecting results from state surveys and complaint investigations conducted over a standard review period. The staffing rating is also 3 stars, based on reported nursing hours per resident per day, including data from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants. The quality measure rating is likewise 3 stars, drawn from clinical data points covering areas such as resident mobility, medication management, and incidence of infections. Belvedere Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, which is relevant for prospective residents and their families when evaluating coverage options. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and duration limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is available to eligible residents who meet financial and medical criteria established by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Private pay and other insurance options may also be applicable, and direct contact with the facility at (610) 872-5373 can clarify specific payment arrangements. Across all three CMS rating categories, including health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, Belvedere Center scores at the 3-star level, which corresponds to the national average in each domain. This places the facility neither above nor below the national benchmark in any measured area. The national average overall rating is 3.0 stars, and Belvedere Center's overall rating of 3 stars positions it in line with that benchmark. Individuals researching nursing facility options in the Chester, Pennsylvania area can use this data alongside other available resources to make informed comparisons among local providers.